Coordination Assistant – UN at Devolved Level Programme
Support UN coordination for effective programme delivery.
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Overview
Support UN coordination for effective programme delivery.
You have:
- Experience in partnership development with a focus on coordination.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in project/programme coordination at national or international levels.
- Work experience in ASALs would be an asset.
Contract
This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.
UN RCO wishes to recruit a National UNV to support the Team Leader/Project Manager to facilitate coordination between County Government, UN Agencies and other development partners, facilitating efficient, effective programme delivery and increased accountability to all the stakeholders.
Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader/Project Manager, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: •Support the Team leader/Project Manager in coordination of UN agencies as part of UN Delivering as One. •Support mapping of existing programme/support and identify opportunities where UN can add value under the UNSDCF. •Support the County Government in strengthening UN-County coordination of development programmes. •Facilitate UN agencies to access services and other support from the county •Facilitate information sharing among UN agencies and county government •Support the meetings of the Steering Committees and sector working groups by preparing background documents, and presentations, and support logistical arrangement and take notes/minutes for the meetings. •Support preparation of regular reports including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, policy frameworks, evaluations and/or research activities and studies related to peace, security, human rights and governance at the County. •Support monitoring and evaluation of UN programmes. •Participate in field monitoring visits. •Provide support to audit team – by providing documents and organizing meetings with relative offices. •Support coordination of partners -UN, IFIs, government, CSOs etc. •Provide inputs for communication materials and social media contents.
Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Communication ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Working in Teams
Project/Programme Coordination at national or international levels •Experience in partnership development •Strong written and oral communication skills •Work experience in ASALs would be an asset
The County Offices are in major towns and therefore have the required social amenities – schools and hospitals. The ASALs’ climate conditions are generally characterized as hot and dry. The rains are expected in March to May and November to February. The area experiences long dry seasons as well as flash floods. There is adequate public transport to facilitate movement i.e. buses and taxis. There internet is available but in some cases it is weak. Power outages are also experienced from time to time- important to have the phone and computers There are cases of insecurity, and the staff is expected to be vigilant and keep in touch with the UNDSS focal points. Kiswahili is widely spoken – but majority of locals may not be very fluent. Important to respect the cultures of the locals to ensure a good working and living environment.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully facilitated communication between multiple stakeholders? | This question assesses your ability to manage and foster partnerships and communication among diverse groups. | Provide a specific example of your role, actions taken, and the outcome that led to improved coordination. |
| How do you handle conflicting priorities when managing projects? | The interviewer wants to understand your organizational and planning skills under pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for monitoring and evaluating projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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